In “House of the Dragon,” Freddie Fox plays the role of Olivia Cooke’s onscreen brother. Cooke portrays Alicent Hightower as an adult, while Emily Carey portrays the younger version of Alicent Hightower.
In the season 1 premiere of House of the Dragon, Gwayne Hightower briefly appeared as a knight in the tourney hosted by King Viserys.
However, his face is not revealed in that episode, and the character is portrayed by Will Willoughby, who is covered in armor and a helmet.
Highlights
- During a meeting with Criston Cole, Alicent Hightower mentions that her brother, Gwayne arrived from Oldtown.
- Gwayne observes Alicent and Criston in conversation before they depart for the Crownlands, which leads him to doubt Criston’s intention.
- Though Freddie has no brother, his cousins include actors Laurence, Jack, and Lydia Fox.
In the latest episode of House of the Dragon season 2, episode 2, viewers were introduced to Alicent’s previously undisclosed older brother, Gwayne Hightower.
Actor Freddie Fox has joined the cast in this role, and his character is set to become a significant presence throughout the season as the war unfolds.
Freddie Fox has delivered notable performances in “Worried About the Boy,” “Cucumber,” “Banana,” and “White House Farm.”
Alicent Hightower Brother, Gwayne Aka Freddie Fox Suspects Cristen Cole
In House of the Dragon, Gwayne Hightower has been residing in Oldtown before making his way to King’s Landing in season 2.
During a meeting with Criston Cole, Alicent Hightower mentions that her brother arrived from Oldtown the previous night.
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Gwayne further explains that he had been traveling on the road for three months before his arrival.
The Hightower apparently decided to send Gwayne to King’s Landing after Criston Cole replaced Otto Hightower as Hand of the King.
This allows Gwayne to watch Criston and the war council closely.
In the HBO series, Gwayne Hightower is ready for a more active role in King Aegon II Targaryen’s war council.
Unlike in the books, Gwayne initially distrusts Ser Criston Cole, the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard.
This suspicion arises when Gwayne observes Alicent and Criston in conversation before they depart for the Crownlands, causing him to question Criston’s intentions.
Freddie Fox’s Sister Made Him Acknowledged Of Showbiz Family
Freddie Fox was born on April 5, 1989, in Hammersmith and grew up in both London and Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset.
His mom is actress Joanna David, and his dad is actor Edward Fox.
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He spent childhood days with sister Emilia Fox and a half-sister, Lucy Arabella Preston.
Reflecting on his acting career, Freddie questioned the significance of his family’s background in acting.
It wasn’t until his sister Emilia appeared on a TV show called “Who Do You Think You Are?” that he realized their family had been involved in acting for over a hundred years.
His grandparents were Angela Worthington Fox, an actress, and Robin Fox, a theatrical agent.
Moreover, his great-grandfather was playwright Frederick Lonsdale.
He also has family ties to producer Robert Fox and actor James Fox.
Though Freddie has no brother of his own, his cousins include actors Laurence, Jack, and Lydia Fox.
Additional Information
- According to “Fire & Blood,” when Rhaenyra Targaryen captures King’s Landing, Gwayne heads to the stables to raise the alarm.
- However, he is apprehended by his fellow Gold Cloaks and brought before Luthor Largent.
- Luthor, loyal to Daemon Targaryen, is accused of betrayal by Gwayne, resulting in Luthor fatally stabbing him in the stomach.
